2016 Rolls Royce Dawn 6.6L Petrol · 78 N
2016 Rolls Royce Dawn (6.6L, petrol). First registered 17 Nov 2016. Recorded mileage 19,208 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROLLS ROYCE DAWN
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 19,208 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
78 N Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2025
- 19,208 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Rolls-Royce Rolls-Royce Dawn
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
78 N Mileage History
- 26/05/202215,942 mi
- 18/07/202318,120 mi+2,178 mi
- 10/07/202418,827 mi+707 mi
- 16/07/202519,208 mi+381 mi
Average of roughly 1,040 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
78 N MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Rolls Royce Dawn (78 N) between May 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: ROLLS ROYCE DAWN
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Roof Mechanism Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The complex folding roof uses numerous sensors to ensure alignment. Dirt or slight misalignment can cause the cycle to pause or fail.
- Air Suspension and Heavy Curb Weight Wear(Serious)
Like the Wraith, the Dawn's weight puts significant strain on air struts and suspension bushes, especially on UK roads.
- Battery Drain and Electrical Gremlins(Moderate)
The Dawn, like other modern Rolls-Royces, is highly sensitive to battery voltage. Cars that sit unused for extended periods can develop multiple warning lights, infotainment glitches, and power-door inconsistencies due to low battery voltage.
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- Roof Mechanism Sensor FaultsModerate
The complex folding roof uses numerous sensors to ensure alignment. Dirt or slight misalignment can cause the cycle to pause or fail.
- Air Suspension and Heavy Curb Weight WearSerious
Like the Wraith, the Dawn's weight puts significant strain on air struts and suspension bushes, especially on UK roads.
- Battery Drain and Electrical GremlinsModerate
The Dawn, like other modern Rolls-Royces, is highly sensitive to battery voltage. Cars that sit unused for extended periods can develop multiple warning lights, infotainment glitches, and power-door inconsistencies due to low battery voltage.
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